Male Domestic Abuse Support in Dumfries & Galloway

Domestic abuse can affect anyone, regardless of gender or location. We want to live in a Scotland that is free of abuse. AMIS operates a helpline for any man in Scotland to get advice and information. The below list contains different community groups, organisations and services that you may find beneficial.

Dumfries and Galloway Council

• 030 33 33 3000
• English Street, Dumfries, DG1 2DD
• [email protected]

Social Work Services – DGC

• 030 33 33 3001
• 124 Irish Street, Dumfries, DG1 2AW
• [email protected]
• Mon–Fri, 9am–5pm
• Out of Hours:
• 030 33 33 3001
• [email protected]

Homeless & Housing Options – DGC

• 030 33 33 3000 (ask for Homeless Team)
• Local Emergency Contacts (Mon–Fri, 9am–5pm):

• Annan: 01461 207019
• Dumfries: 01387 260783
• Kirkcudbright: 01557 332234
• Stranraer: 01776 888312
• After Hours: 030 33 33 3001

D&G Advocacy Service

• Supports mental health, disability, carers and young people.
  • 01387 247237
  • Hestan House, Bankend Road, Dumfries, DG1 1TA
  • [email protected]
  • Mon–Fri, 9.30am–3.30pm (closed 12.30–1pm)

Citizens Advice – D&G

• Free, confidential advice on money, housing, legal issues and more.
  • 0300 303 4321 ext 6113
  • 81–85 Irish Street, Dumfries, DG1 2PQ
  • [email protected]
  • Mon–Thu: 9am–5pm, Fri: 9am–4.30pm

The Holywood Trust

• Supporting young people (15–25) across D&G with grants.
  • 01387 269176
  • Hestan House, Bankend Road, Dumfries, DG1 4TA
  • [email protected]

Sexual Health D&G

• Contraception, STI testing, PrEP/PEP, counselling and more.
  • 0345 702 3687
  • Nithbank, Dumfries, DG1 2SD
  • [email protected]

D&G Multicultural Association (DGMA)

• Supports cultural integration, translation, education and events.
  • 01387 254624
  • 68 Friars Vennel, Dumfries, DG1 2RL
  • [email protected]